Apache is functioning normally
Isaac wrote recently with a question about how to make the transition from college to the Real World. He has a good degree, but it’ll take him time to find a job, especially since the economy is still sluggish. He’s worried about how he should handle is finances in the meantime. Here’s his question:
I recently graduated from college with a degree in electrical engineering. I’m currently living at home with my family while I search for a job. I’m concerned about my first month or two once I find one, though.
I have no savings, and I’m not sure how I will be able to buy a car (and insurance) to get to and from work, rent an apartment, or even buy necessities for my first few weeks while I wait for a paycheck. I know that some jobs will give a signing bonus or relocation package but I don’t want to count on that. My parents are in deep credit-card debt and live paycheck to paycheck, so I can’t borrow money from them.